The ceremony and dinner reception saw more than 100 hospitality leaders across the region in attendance, with the menu for the night prepared by chefs from the two-Michelin-starred Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro.

Said Robert Sullivan, president of the Travel Group, Northstar Travel Group, “The Travel Weekly Asia Readers’ Choice Awards are the most influential ranking of travel suppliers in the Asia Pacific region. Past award recipients have served as inspiration for the industry, and I am pleased that this year’s winners continue to raise the bar in their areas of expertise.”

This year marks the third edition of the awards, and a total of 46 awards was presented across 10 categories ranging from Airline, Hotel, Resort, Serviced Residence, Cruise, Travel Technology, Travel Agent, Tourism Experience, Car Rental, to Destination.

Cinn Tan, chief sales and marketing officer of Pan Pacific Hotel Group, a first-time winner, said: “This award came at a right time for us as we are trying to build Pan Pacific Hotels Group as a trusted brand across the region, and will serve as a great encouragement to our employees.”

Cruise Best Cruise Line – Asia Pacific: Royal Caribbean International
Best Cruise Line – Luxury: Crystal Cruises
Best Cruise Line – Cuisine: Star Cruises
Best Cruise Line – Entertainment: Dream Cruises
Best Cruise Line – Family: Royal Caribbean International
Best New Ship: Genting Dream
Best Cruise Port: Singapore Cruise Centre
Best Cruise Line – Service Excellence: Costa Cruises